Monday, November 4, 2013

My name is Ella Borkowski and I am
a third-year Echols Scholar double majoring in Linguistics and Foreign Affairs.
I am an out-of-state student and hail from Connecticut. Outside of classes, I
am the Vice-President of UN Women at UVA, a Language Consultant for VISAS and
an avid traveler.

One of my favorite things about UVA
is the flexibility UVA allows its students, especially in its study abroad programs.
UVA directly offers programs for direct credit during the fall semester, spring
semester, summer term and January-term. When I applied to colleges, I knew that
studying abroad was something I was really interested in. After doing some
research and looking on the International Study Office’s website, I applied and
was accepted to the UVA in Lyon Summer 2013 program, and it was one of the best
experiences I have had at UVA.

While every study abroad is
different, mine was a language intensive program in French, in Lyon, France. I spent 6 weeks taking two upper level French
courses while immersing myself in French culture and traveling around France.
Below is a picture of Grenoble, France.

I was
able to experience French cuisine, and culture. I studied in Lyon, which is the
gastronomic capital of France. It was a
very different, and life changing experience.

Overall, it was incredibly rewarding and I really improved my French! As a major in linguistics, I am really
passionate about language and language learning. For me a program that allowed
me to improve my French fluency was perfect. I should note that UVA offers programs that
are taught in English.Whether you choose
to study abroad or not, UVA offers a lot of flexibility and options. There are
many resources available on Grounds to help you decide when and where to study abroad.
Studying abroad is accessible for any UVA student. Bon voyage!

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